Logan Lightning Women Hold Nerve in Five-Goal Thriller Against Moreton City Excelsior

Logan Lightning Women edged out Moreton City Excelsior Women 3-2 in a high-scoring encounter in the Australia Queensland State Women’s League on Saturday, 20 June 2026. The match, played at a frenetic pace, featured five goals, two comebacks, and a late winner that sent the home fans into raptures.

Match Narrative

Logan Lightning Women started the stronger side and took an early lead through a precise header from a corner. Moreton City Excelsior Women responded with two goals in ten minutes — a powerful strike from distance and a clinical counter-attack — to turn the match in their favour by the 35th minute.

Logan Lightning Women refused to wilt. They equalised just before half-time when their winger cut inside and curled a shot into the far corner. The second half saw both teams create chances, but it was Logan Lightning Women who struck the decisive blow in the 72nd minute. A defensive lapse allowed their striker to race through on goal and slot home, making it 3-2.

Key Moments

• Early goal: Logan Lightning Women dominated the opening 15 minutes, with their high press forcing errors.
• Moreton City’s comeback: Two quick goals showed the visitors’ resilience and quality in transition.
• Half-time equaliser: Crucial for Logan’s momentum, it shifted the psychological edge back to the home side.
• Winning goal: A defensive miscommunication was ruthlessly punished by Logan’s No. 9.

Standout Players

• Logan Lightning Women’s striker: Scored two goals, including the winner, and was a constant menace.
• Moreton City’s midfielder: Scored one and created several chances, but couldn’t inspire a third equaliser.

Table Implications

The victory lifts Logan Lightning Women into the top four, boosting their hopes of a finals berth. Moreton City Excelsior Women, despite a spirited performance, remain in the bottom half and will rue defensive lapses that cost them points.

The Australia Queensland State Women’s League continues to deliver drama, with Logan Lightning Women proving they can compete with the league’s best on their day.